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Book SynopsisLean Six Sigma is a powerful methodology that reduces waste and variation in an organization and ultimately minimizes operating costs, optimizes productivity, and maximizes customer satisfaction. The success stories speak for themselves, but not all LSS stories have a happy ending, and a large body of scholarly research shows why. What is needed now is a set of accessible general guidelines for organizations seeking to implement and sustain such a powerful, but at times perilous, continuous improvement strategy.
The Ten Commandments of Lean Six Sigma provides just that, offering guidance from the perspective of practitioners, researchers and academics who have been involved in training, teaching, researching and consulting on various topics of quality and continuous improvement such as Lean, Six Sigma and LSS. Delving into the cutting edge of business process enhancement, this book is an essential and practical guide for senior managers and executives who want to achieve operational and service excellence in manufacturing, service and public sector organizations of any size.
Trade Review‘I am delighted to finally see a well-structured Lean Six Sigma book that focuses on the behavioural and cultural necessities for successful Lean Six Sigma programs rather than on the use of tools and techniques. The authors have drawn upon their vast experiences working with Operational Excellence programs across diverse industries to bring us the absolute must-have components for success.’ -- John Dennis, Chairman, International Lean Six Sigma Institute, UK
‘I would recommend this book as it captures the essence of results-based references to the tools and concepts required in a structured way to achieve the process of implementing the leverage of Lean Six Sigma to maximise efficiencies and maintain the managerial process. Every business needs to revisit and discover how to propel your organisation to new levels of competitive success this book will support and guide you.’ -- Michael Mitchell, Managing Director, Bespoke Clinical Care Ltd, UK
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The Ten Commandments of Lean Six Sigma brings together the leading authors of our time and presents a unique guide for any leadership team as they embark on their LSS journey. The final chapter on the future of LSS is a must read for established LSS practitioners.’ -- Stephen G Anthony, Master Black Belt and CEO of the Institute of Six Sigma Professionals, Wales, UK
‘In today's competitive world, any firm needs to be conscious of quality, cost and timely delivery. To achieve this, the book
The Ten Commandments of Lean Six Sigma will be a very useful guide for practitioners. The book addresses all that is required by the practitioners to implement LSS in their respective organizations. This book aims to transfer the knowledge that is available with the academic world for its practical application in the competitive business world.’ -- S Navaneetha Krishnan, Senior Deputy General Manager at Warship Design Centre, Larsen & Toubro and Commander (Retd), Indian Navy
‘The authors’ experience with training in both academic and industrial settings are evident, as the methods prescribed for preparing individuals for LSS execution are applicable to both scenarios and will likewise prepare the reader for either. They understand that it is not enough to be technically proficient, in order to be a successful LSS practitioner, and they offer solid advice in the critically-required soft skills, as well. This book will help any organization preparing to embark upon the continuous improvement journey.’ -- David W. Hoffa, PhD, ASQ CSSBB, External Process Engineering Manager, Johnson & Johnson
‘This book is definitely a new piece of art in Lean Six Sigma literature! The authors present an exceptional combination of rigorous literature review and solid pragmatic recommendations addressing critical topics in Lean Six Sigma from top to bottom. Content is brilliantly presented on an understandable language and the sequencing of commandments flows smoothly and logically in a way that you just can´t stop reading.’ -- Marcelo Machado Fernandes, PhD, ASQ Certified Master Black Belt, Lean Six Sigma Consultant at FCV and SETA, Consultant at Minitab LLC, Founder of MF Treinamentos (MF Operational Excellence), Brazil
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Introduction to Lean Six Sigma and Ten Commandments Chapter 2. Alignment of Lean Six Sigma with Organizational Strategy Chapter 3. Lean Six Sigma Project Selection and Prioritization Chapter 4. Selecting Top Talent for Execution of Projects Chapter 5. Leadership for Lean Six Sigma Deployment Chapter 6. Effective Training and Design of Curriculum for Different LSS Roles Chapter 7. Development of Rewards and Recognition for LSS Chapter 8. Lean Six Sigma Sustainability Chapter 9. Linking Lean Six Sigma with Innovation and Organisational Learning Chapter 10. Linking Lean Six Sigma with Green and Environmental Sustainability (Vijaya Sunder M) Chapter 11. Beyond LSS: Emerging Themes of Lean Six Sigma
